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WSSU Class of 2020: Where are they headed?
May 08, 2020
Check out WSSU's newest class of graduates. Here's a look at where a few students from the class of 2020 are headed.
WSSU: An economic engine in the Triad
May 08, 2020
In a report recently released by Professor of Accounting, Economics, and Finance, Dr. Zagros Madjd-Sadjadi, and his students, WSSU proves to be a vital pipeline of economic opportunity.
“After Nine” senior online art exhibition
April 22, 2020
WSSU students express who they are as developing artists through their senior projects. Selections range from photography, painting, watercolor chalk, and even hand-crafted furniture making.
Betz wins 2020 governors teaching award
April 08, 2020
WSSU Professor Scott J. Betz, chair of the Arts and Visual Studies Department, is the winner of the 2020 Board of Governors Teaching Award.
WSSU’s elementary ed program earns an ‘A’ from the National Council on Teacher Quality
January 28, 2020
WSSU’s elementary education program has been recognized as one of the best in the nation by the National Council on Teacher Quality.
Psychology student is first from WSSU to attend HRC HBCU summit
November 21, 2019
Ericka Hurt recently became the first WSSU student to participate in the Human Rights Campaign’s (HRC) annual HBCU Leadership Summit.
Kudos for November: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
November 18, 2019
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for November 2019.
2 WSSU students named Forbes Under 30 scholars
November 14, 2019
The students were among the 1,000 high-achieving undergraduate and graduate students from across the country selected to attend the Forbes Under 30 summit.
Twins are earning their MBAs together
November 03, 2019
Twin sisters Jessica and Julia Short say WSSU's MBA program is helping them learn more about each other.
Kudos for October: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
October 15, 2019
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for October 2019.
WSSU becoming a first choice university
October 04, 2019
As the university welcomes its largest freshman class since 2008, data also show that more students are seeing WSSU as a first choice institution.
WSSU receives national diversity award for second year in a row
September 18, 2019
For the second consecutive year, WSSU is a recipient of INSIGHT Into Diversity’s Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award in recognition of its commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
WSSU, Appalachian partner to provide social justice course for future teachers
September 10, 2019
A new course is helping future educators at WSSU and Appalachian State University look at classrooms in a different way, with the goal of creating an environment in which all students thrive.
Kudos for September: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
September 09, 2019
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for September 2019.
Alumna helps art grow at community garden
September 09, 2019
Muralist Georgie Nakima ’15 designed and worked with campers over two days in July to create two colorful murals at Simon's Green Acre community garden at the Enterprise Center.
WSSU, Wake Forest bands perform together for the first time
September 04, 2019
WSSU's Red Sea of Sound (and Wake Forest University’s The Spirit of the Old Gold and Black made history during the halftime show at Wake Forest’s season-opener at BB&T Field.
Applications open for Spatial Justice Fellows grant program
August 27, 2019
Through the program, up to four fellows will be selected and receive a stipend of up to a $2,500 to focus on developing meaningful solutions to spatial justice issues in Winston-Salem.
Eight questions with ... Dr. Mesia Steed, new Faculty Senate chair
August 27, 2019
Get to know Dr. Mesia Steed, associate professor of cell and molecular biology and new chair of WSSU's Faculty Senate.
WSSU is Money magazine’s top-ranked public HBCU for 2019-20
August 19, 2019
WSSU is the no. 1 public HBCU in the nation for value, according to Money magazine's 2019-20 rankings.
WSSU receives 2 Inspiring Programs in STEM awards
August 16, 2019
WSSU's North Carolina Math and Science Network pre-college program and the School of Health Sciences have both received national recognition for their efforts to inspire a new generation to consider careers in STEM.
WSSU welcomes class of 2023
August 13, 2019
Ramdition, WSSU's weeklong orientation for first-time freshmen, got underway on Sunday, Aug. 11.
Social work, Diggs Gallery win 2019 HBCU Awards
August 05, 2019
WSSU’s social work program and the Diggs Gallery are named best among nation’s HBCUs for 2019. WSSU was a finalist for 10 of the awards, which are presented by HBCU Digest.
WSSU, Forsyth Tech sign new transfer partnership agreement
August 01, 2019
This is the second signing for WSSU academic leaders over the past month, as WSSU expands opportunities for area community college students seeking to pursue baccalaureate degrees in critical workforce areas, such as STEM, healthcare, and early childhood and K-12 education.Kudos for July: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
July 16, 2019
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for July 2019.
There’s more to life than football for Rams QB Miles Timmons
July 15, 2019
Timmons, a business administration major who is pursuing a minor in Chinese, wants to become a financial executive with a firm in Hong Kong or Singapore. He recently completed a study abroad trip to Brazil.2 recent WSSU graduates participate in Yale art institute
July 15, 2019
Two recent WSSU art graduates recently took part in an art program at Yale University.
WSSU’s GEMS: 10 years of empowering girls in STEM
July 15, 2019
GEMS academy is celebrating its 10th anniversary this month with a special two-week camp. Over the past 10 years, more than 1,500 girls have participated in the program.
Two Rams make the HBCU Buzz ‘30 Under 30’ list
July 05, 2019
Alumni Montrell “DJ Trellz” Davis and Cornell W. Jones were both named to the HBCU Buzz "HBCU Top 30 Under 30" list.
WSSU, DCCC sign two transfer partnership agreements
July 02, 2019
Two new transfer agreements will create opportunities for Davidson County Community College graduates to pursue a bachelor’s degree in biology from WSSU.
Kudos for June: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
June 19, 2019
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for June 2019.
WSSU a finalist for 10 HBCU Digest Awards for 2019
June 18, 2019
For the second consecutive year, WSSU is a finalist for the two top HBCU Awards, "HBCU of the Year" and "Male President of the Year." The awards are presented by HBCU Digest.
2 WSSU students receive fellowships to study in China
June 17, 2019
Two WSSU students have been awarded fellowships to study in China this summer.
Jordan Brand Wings Scholar finds home at WSSU
June 17, 2019
A year ago, Javondre' Cole was selected to receive a scholarship to the college of his choice through the Jordan Brand Wings Scholar program. Read more about his journey.Spring 2019 Dean's List announced
June 06, 2019
More than 1,600 Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) students made the spring 2019 Dean's List, according to the Office of the Registrar.
WSSU recognizes faculty excellence and service during 2019 awards ceremony
May 21, 2019
WSSU recognized faculty for excellence in teaching, research and service during the annual Faculty Awards Luncheon on May 15.
WSSU's 2019 graduates: Where are they headed?
May 15, 2019
Here's a glimpse of where a few of the students from the Class of 2019 are headed.
WSSU Commencement 2019: The 10 boldest moments
May 11, 2019
From bold new regalia to a degree 70 years in the making, Winston-Salem State University’s 2019 Commencement Ceremony was one for the record books. Here are 10 of the boldest moments.
WSSU to celebrate 1,100 graduates at Friday’s 2019 Commencement
May 08, 2019
Here's what you need to know before heading to Friday’s Commencement Ceremony at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial (LJVM) Coliseum.
Alumna, WWII vet will have her wish granted at WSSU’s 2019 Commencement
May 02, 2019
PFC Elizabeth Barker Johnson, a 1949 WSSU graduate and retired teacher, was surprised with the news on her 99th birthday.
WSSU wins $100,000 AHA grant to address food insecurity in Winston-Salem
April 30, 2019
A proposal developed by WSSU students to address food insecurity in Winston-Salem has been awarded a $100,000 American Heart Association grant.
Students bring enhanced visibility to Renaissance East Corridor
April 25, 2019
The Renaissance East Corridor, a historic business area near WSSU's campus, is seeing a rebirth thanks to the work of business students.
Philanthropist, investor, artist Kwanza Jones named 2019 Commencement speaker
April 25, 2019
Kwanza Jones, a Los Angeles-based recording artist, producer, impact investor and philanthropist, will be the speaker at WSSU's 2019 Commencement Ceremony on May 10.Kudos for April: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
April 16, 2019
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for April 2019.
Apply now for STARTALK Chinese Language summer program
April 11, 2019
Applications are now being accepted for WSSU's STARTALK Chinese Language, an intensive scholarship-based summer program for high school and college students.
Get ahead this summer with WSSU
April 10, 2019
With classes starting May 15, now is the time to prepare. Here’s what you need to know to get ahead this summer.
WSSU biology professor wins UNC System teaching excellence award
April 09, 2019
Stephanie T. Dance-Barnes, associate professor of cell and molecular biology at WSSU, is a recipient of the 2019 Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching.
Summit highlights social mobility at WSSU
April 08, 2019
Want to get a feel for WSSU's Social Mobility Summit? Here are a few highlights from the speakers at the two-day summit.
First undergraduate social justice fellows announced
April 08, 2019
Two Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) students have been selected for the inaugural Undergraduate Social Justice Fellowships program
WSSU Scholarship Day 2019 set for Thursday
April 08, 2019
Scholarship Day, set for Thursday, April 11, highlights the advanced level of graduate and undergraduate scholarship and research at WSSU and recognize the scholars who do the work.
WSSU Tradition: Anthem ‘Get Up,’ more than a song
March 27, 2019
There are few things that will bring Rams to their feet faster than hearing the Red Sea of Sound play the song “Get Up.”
Alumnus named full-time video assistant for Denver Broncos
March 27, 2019
WSSU alumnus Lamar Smith ’17 dream became a reality when he was hired as a full-time video assistant with the Denver Broncos.
WSSU to host Social Mobility Summit, April 2-3
March 15, 2019
WSSU will bring together academic, community leaders, researchers and students to share knowledge at the Social Mobility Summit 2019. The summit, themed “Innovative Approaches on Campus and in the Community,” is April 2-3.
Red Sea of Sound mini-doc featured at UNC's Morehead Planetarium
March 11, 2019
The documentary, "Love, the Band," focuses on the HBCU marching band experience and goes behind the scenes with the band
WSSU unveils red graduation cap and gowns
March 06, 2019
WSSU’s undergraduate commencement cap and gowns will feature a new look that highlights the university’s colors, red and white.WSSU receives $78,000 grant to offer STARTALK summer Chinese program
March 04, 2019
WSSU has been awarded a $78,579 federal grant to offer an intensive Chinese summer language program for high school and college students.In Brief: WSSU to compete for Honda Campus All-Star Challenge national title
February 26, 2019
WSSU has the opportunity to win the HCASC top prize – a $75,000 institutional grant from Honda.February Kudos: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
February 26, 2019
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for February 2019.
WSSU highlighted as nation's top social mobility HBCU
February 15, 2019
Technology provider CollegeNET is saluting WSSU as the top ranked HBCU on its Social Mobility Index.First Spatial Justice Fellows announced
January 31, 2019
The Spatial Justice Studio at CDI has awarded $12,500 in grants for projects that focus on developing meaningful solutions to spatial justice issues in Winston-Salem.
Singing Rams keep Faith alive
January 31, 2019
After Faith Webber '17 passed away in a car accident, Singing Rams alumni rallied to keep her memory alive. An alumni scholarship that supports choir members has been renamed in honor of Webber.
New CSEM report provides glimpse of struggles facing Winston-Salem bus riders
January 31, 2019
Report from WSSU’s Center for the Study of Economic Mobility or CSEM documents the opportunity costs of long bus commutes.SECC update: WSSU raises nearly $28,000 for charities
January 24, 2019
WSSU's faculty and staff donated nearly $28,000 for charities through the 2018 North Carolina State Employees Combined Campaign or SECC.January Kudos: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
January 24, 2019
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for January 2019.Fall 2018 Dean's List announced
January 14, 2019
Nearly 1,900 WSSU students made the fall 2018 Dean's List, according to the Office of the Registrar.Ranking: WSSU’s online early childhood education program most affordable in nation
January 11, 2019
WSSU's Birth-Kindergarten Education (BKE) program is the most affordable in the nation, according to a new ranking from a national website.Hanes Lecture Series schedule announced
January 09, 2019
Winston-Salem State University’s College of Arts, Sciences, Business and Education (CASBE) will present three lectures this semester as part of the John W. and Anna Hodgin Hanes Lecture Series.
WSSU receives $600,000 Mellon Foundation grant for humanities
January 09, 2019
The three-year Mellon Foundation grant will provide the infrastructure to support faculty development and curriculum redesign for courses in art and visual studies, English, history, and music.
Looking ahead: Here are 8 things to expect in 2019
December 21, 2018
The new year promises exciting changes around campus and in classrooms at WSSU. Here are eight things to expect in 2019.2018: A breakthrough year for WSSU
December 21, 2018
From viral videos to historic firsts, 2018 was a breakthrough year for WSSU, its students, faculty and staff. As 2018 draws to a close, WSSU News takes a look at what was new and noteworthy with its annual top 10 list.
WSSU, UNCSA create four research design studios at CDI
December 20, 2018
Faculty from WSSU and the University of North Carolina School of the Arts are partnering to create four interdisciplinary design studios that will tackle some of the biggest problems facing the region: equity, mobility, scientific literacy, education and environmental resilience.WSSU’s Center for the Study of Economic Mobility awards $30,000 in research grants
December 12, 2018
WSSU’s Center for the Study of Economic Mobility has announced the selection of its 2018-19 faculty research fellows.
December Kudos: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
December 12, 2018
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for December 2018.
WSSU becomes first HBCU Adobe Creative Cloud campus
November 20, 2018
WSSU has partnered with Adobe to offer the full collection of Creative Cloud software to all students, creating the first Adobe Creative Cloud Campus at a historically Black college or university (HBCU).
November Kudos Report: Awards, appointments and achievements
November 05, 2018
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for November 2018.
Business 40 closure now starts on Nov. 17
October 31, 2018
Construction on Business 40 in Winston-Salem will impact traffic around WSSU's campus for up to 18 months. Here are five things you need to know.
WSSU wins $30,000 community garden through nationwide recycling competition
October 30, 2018
Student Miranda Legg collected more than 5,000 beauty and personal care empties to win national competition through Garnier.
Record $2.3 million in NSF grants boost undergraduate research at WSSU
October 22, 2018
A record $2.3 million in new National Science Foundation grants will help to expand research opportunities for undergraduate students at WSSU.
WSSU again ranks among top degree producers for African American students
October 22, 2018
According to Diverse Issues in Higher Education, WSSU again ranks among the top producers of bachelor’s degrees in the nation for African American students. WSSU also ranks in the top 10 nationally for rehabilitation or therapeutic professions and nursing.
WSSU junior lands summer internship with PGA Tour
October 04, 2018
Island Green was one of just 25 students chosen for a 10-week paid summer internship program with the PGA Tour, selected from nearly 1,000 applicants. He offers five tips for students who are looking for internships.
Two from WSSU named White House Initiative Scholars
October 04, 2018
Two WSSU students have been named 2018 HBCU Competitiveness Scholars through the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
Forever Red: The research behind the color
October 01, 2018
As WSSU prepares for Homecoming 2018, Archway magazine interviewed the experts – WSSU faculty – to see if they could shed some light on what makes red forever.
A look inside the renovated weight room at Whitaker Gym
September 30, 2018
Renovations are complete on the weight room at Winston-Salem State University’s Whitaker Gym.
WSSU alumnus is brain behind new Carolina Film Festival
September 28, 2018
Eight questions with ... Oliver Crooms IV '07, the founder and president of the inaugural Carolina Film Festival, which will be held in Charlotte on Oct. 13.
WSSU enrollment is highest since 2014
September 19, 2018
WSSU is reporting its highest overall enrollment since 2014, according to the university’s Office of Institutional Assessment and Research’s fall report.
WSSU receives national HEED Award for diversity
September 17, 2018
WSSU is the only HBCU to win the 2018 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine.
Letter from Chancellor Robinson – U.S. News Rankings
September 06, 2018
Next week, U.S. News & World Report will release its 2019 college rankings. You will undoubtedly see many universities touting their place on the list. Winston-Salem State University will not be. But not for the reason you think.NASCAR's changing face: Motorsports management students see new opportunities
September 05, 2018
Students at WSSU – the only HBCU to offer a motorsports management program – say the success of Darrell “Bubba” Wallace Jr. may open up new opportunities for them in motorsports.
WSSU welcomes 12 new faculty members
September 05, 2018
WSSU begins the 2018-19 academic year with 12 new faculty members joining the ranks.
Study estimates WSSU's annual economic impact at $420 million
August 31, 2018
A new study estimates that Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) has an annual economic impact of more than $420 million and generates 8,389 jobs in the Piedmont Triad.August Kudos: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
August 30, 2018
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for August 2018.
CSEM documentary shows day in the life of local bus rider
August 24, 2018
A new documentary from WSSU's Center for the Study of Economic Mobility is shining a light on the challenges Winston-Salem workers face without a car.
Department of Music presents faculty recital series
August 22, 2018
The Department of Music at WSSU is highlighting the talents of its faculty through a new faculty recital series.
Inspiring Programs in STEM: WSSU wins two national awards
August 15, 2018
WSSU’s Girls Empowered in Math and Science (GEMS) and Women in Science Program (WISP) each have received the 2018 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine.
Money Magazine: WSSU no. 1 HBCU in North Carolina
August 15, 2018
WSSU ranks as the no. 1 HBCU in North Carolina, and no. 3 HBCU overall, according to the Money Magazine's "Best Colleges for Your Money” rankings.New for fall: WSSU introduces minors in public health, urban studies
August 14, 2018
Among the new offerings for the 2018-19 academic year are interdisciplinary undergraduate minors in the high demand fields of public health, and urban studies and sustainability.WSSU students attend Clemson summer communications program
August 07, 2018
As part of the program, Erwin Scholars networked with industry professionals, received hands-on training and engaged in a competition by working on a real-world brand project from presenting sponsor Denny’s.
WSSU welcomes the class of 2022
August 07, 2018
The anticipation is building as Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) prepares to welcome nearly 950 freshmen for Ramdition, a weeklong orientation.
New programs take Rams abroad
July 26, 2018
Thanks in part to the launch of unique faculty-led programs to Cuba, India and South Africa, a record number of WSSU students are studying abroad.
WSSU programs soar in new national rankings
July 20, 2018
WSSU graduate and undergraduate programs continue to soar in newly published national rankings.
WSSU expert: Opioid addiction increasing among the aging population
July 16, 2018
A WSSU expert is sounding the alarm about the growing opioid epidemic and its impact on the aging population in North Carolina.